2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Toyota Tazz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1295 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 948 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
